8
Figure 7. Avoid Defrost Water Ice Hazard
12” (305mm)
Min. Distance
Wind Barrier
Inlet Air
Prevailing Winter Winds from Air Inlet Side
Discharge Air
Wind Barrier
Prevailing Winter Winds From Air Discharge Side
79” (2007mm)
Min. Distance
Figure 8. Unit with Wind Barrier
Prevailing Winds Protection
If unit coil cannot be installed away from prevailing
winter winds, some method of protecting the
coil is required. Minimum clearances from wind
barrier must be observed at all times. Common
application examples are:
• Construct a wind barrier. Size barrier at least the
same height and width as outdoor unit. Install a
barrier 12 inches (305 mm) minimum from the
sides of the unit in the direction of prevailing
winds.
• Install outdoor unit in dog house-style shelter.
• Install outdoor unit in alcove, under roof
overhang.
12 in
305 mm
24 in
610 mm
24 in
610 mm
12 in
305 mm
Figure 9. Unit Inside of Mechanical Enclosure
NOTE - Minimum clearances apply.
Air Inlet
Air Outlet
12 in
305 mm
Figure 6. Unit on Brackets Above Snow Line
NOTE - Minimum rear clearance can be 6 inches
(152 mm) when mounted on brackets and with no
obstructions on the other three sides.